Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Sophie: A Murder in West Cork List

• The Jinx: The Life and Deaths of Robert Durst - A true crime documentary that explores the complicated life of a notorious real estate heir.
• Making a Murderer - A widely acclaimed true crime documentary series examining a controversial case involving wrongful convictions.
• The Keepers - A documentary series investigating the unsolved murder of a nun and its connection to a Catholic school.
• The Staircase - A true crime documentary series following the trial of Michael Peterson, a novelist accused of murdering his wife.
• Evil Genius - A gripping true crime documentary that centers on a bizarre bank robbery involving a deadly conspiracy.
• The Disappearance of Madeleine McCann - A thorough examination of the mysterious disappearance of three-year-old Madeleine McCann.
• Wild Wild Country - A documentary series recounting the controversial Indian guru Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh and his community in Oregon.
• The Confession Tapes - A series that critiques police interrogations, exploring false confessions in various murder cases.
• American Murder: The Family Next Door - A Netflix documentary that uses social media and police footage to tell the story of a murder case.
• Killer Inside: The Mind of Aaron Hernandez - Examines the life and crimes of NFL player Aaron Hernandez, giving insight into his psyche.
• The Innocent Man - A true crime adaptation of John Grisham's only nonfiction book, detailing wrongful convictions in Oklahoma.
• Don't F**k with Cats: Hunting an Internet Killer - Follows internet sleuths trying to track down a man who killed cats and later committed murder.
• The Family I Had - A documentary that explores the impact of a murder on a close-knit family and their journey of healing.
• The Murder of Laci Peterson - A documentary detailing the highly publicized murder case of pregnant Laci Peterson.
• The Poughkeepsie Tapes - A chilling mockumentary that explores a fictional serial killer's tape recordings and murder spree.
• The Last Dance - While primarily a sports documentary, it involves crime elements tied to the underbelly of basketball fame.
• Fyre: The Greatest Party That Never Happened - Details the infamous Fyre Festival fraud, highlighting deception and scandal.
• The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez - A heartbreaking documentary series that examines the systemic failures leading to a child's tragic death.
• Mindhunter - A crime thriller series focusing on FBI agents who interview serial killers to understand their psychology.
• Unsolved Mysteries - A revival of the classic series, focusing on true crime stories, disappearances, and paranormal events.
• Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story - Dramatizes the life and crimes of serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer, blending biography and crime.
• I Am a Killer - A series featuring interviews with murderers in prison, delving into their motivations and circumstances.
• The Ripper - A docuseries exploring the infamous Yorkshire Ripper murders and the police investigation behind them.
• The Keepers - Investigates the unsolved murder of a nun, touching on themes of faith, family, and justice.
• The Killing of JonBenét Ramsay - A deep dive into the mysterious circumstances surrounding the death of child beauty queen JonBenét Ramsay.
• The Great British Bake Off: An Extra Slice - While focused on baking, similar lighthearted tone mixed with underlying suspenseful elements.
• Love, Life & the List - A blend of romance and personal dilemmas featuring character-driven narratives akin to true crime stories.
• The Zodiac Killer - A documentary series focused on the infamous unsolved case of the Zodiac killer.
• The Alabama Murders - Explores a specific murder case in Alabama, reminiscent of the investigative aspects of 'Sophie: A Murder in West Cork.'
• Making a Murderer, Part 2 - Continues the harrowing story of Steven Avery’s legal troubles and ongoing investigations.
• Inside the Mind of a Cat - A unique mix of documentary style that explores behavior tied to a particular subject, similar to investigative themes.
• A Murder on Beacon Hill - A fictional murder mystery series entwined with the lives of those involved, appealing to true crime enthusiasts.
• The Anne Frasier Show - An investigative series examining various true crime cases, shedding light on overlooked details.
• Cold Case Files - Revisits unsolved cases with new insights, similar to the investigative aspects of 'Sophie.'
• The Family That Built an Empire - A documentary exploring family-led criminal enterprises, connecting the implications of crime to family dynamics.
• The Murder of a Journalist - Investigates the killing of a journalist, highlighting societal issues and related crime themes.
• Who Killed Little Gregory? - Examines a famous unsolved child murder case in France, infusing elements of intrigue and mystery.
• Friends Who Kill - A darkly comedic take on murder cases that revolve around friendships gone wrong, similar in tone to true crime.
• Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt - Though primarily comedic, shares character-driven storytelling and themes of overcoming trauma.
• Trial by Media - Explores media's role in high-profile murder cases, relevant to how public perception shapes true crime narratives.
• Killer Inside: The Mind of Aaron Hernandez - Focuses on the life of a former NFL star and the dark turn his life takes amidst criminal allegations.